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Photographers Salary in Montana

Photographers in Montana earn a median of $39,900 a year, −11% compared with the U.S. median.

Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers

Median pay
$39,900
vs. U.S. median
−11% ($44,660)
Rank among states
28 of 49
Jobs in the state
190

Pay range in Montana

The lowest-paid 10% earn under $24,070; the top 10% earn over $110,570. Nationally the range is $30,820 to $91,810.

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How much do photographers make in Montana?

The median is $39,900 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $24,070 and the top 10% earn over $110,570. BLS OEWS May 2025.

Is Montana a good state for photographers?

On pay alone it ranks 28 of 49 (−11% vs. the national median of $44,660). Living costs are not included.

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Sources. Pay and employment: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025 (national and state files). Pay is not adjusted for living costs. Data Sources & Licenses